What is the Potential Liability under Law for Escaped Viruses?
Illustration of law and justice. Photo by Bill Oxford on Unsplash/NOWJAKARTA As an old insurance hand I had a sudden thought, triggered by this recent spate of accusations of responsibility for the release of the virus between various countries, which shows no sign of going away. What area of law would this kind of incident fall under, and
“You Have Nothing to Fear but Fear Itself”
“You have nothing to fear but fear itself” These are the famous lines from Franklin D. Roosevelt’s inauguration speech before the US Congress in 1933. Here is the full first paragraph. “So, first of all, let me assert my firm belief that the only thing we have to fear is fear itself — nameless, unreasoning,
COVID-19: Tracking the Indonesian’s Consumer’s Perception
As the Covid-19 pandemic worsens every aspect of life of global citizens, consumers’ outlook has changed accordingly. Unsplash/NOW!JAKARTA Calm Before the Storm Pre-pandemic, the Conference Board® Global Consumer Confidence™ Survey in collaboration with Nielsen, a global measurement and data analytics company, unveiled that Indonesia’s Consumer Confidence Index (CCI) was rather stable at 125 in the first
COVID-19 and the Ethics of Tourism
Illustration of tourism attraction. Photo by Prateek Keshari on Unsplash/NOWJAKARTA Various industry sectors are affected by the Covid-19 pandemic. Those involved in tourism industry believe that they suffer the most, due to the people being advised to stay at home. Listen to what NOW! Jakarta Publisher Alistair Speirs has to say about this on NOW! Jakarta Podcast Episode 3.
The Wild Card for the Hospitality Industry in Indonesia
Tourism business, including hotels and restaurants, are among the struggling industries affected by the Covid-19 Crisis and it’s expected to recover last after the pandemic ends. Photo by chuttersnap on Unsplash/NOWJAKARTA As global air travel plunged due to the rapid outbreak of Covid-19, with a restriction in the international gate as well as a significant decrease of the passenger
Kartini Day, the Celebration of Women in Education, Women who Fight For their Community
Women are among the front liners who are fighting for themselves during Covid-19 crisis. Dr. Silalahi along with her team at Eka Hospital BSD. Personal FIles/NOW!JAKARTA Feminism: 8 letters, 1 word, and a cavern of moving stories. My personal favorite is the story of Raden Adjeng Kartini. Kartini is a decorated national hero, who fought for the emancipation of
The Rise of Empathy, The Good Sense of Community
The global spread of coronavirus disease might put the world into horror films when people are afraid to even go outside, but there is a silver lining and it’s the empathy of collective acts to help each other during the devastating period. Photo by Phinehas Adams on Unsplash/NOW!JAKARTA Before this Covid-19 pandemic happens, one might not even be familiar with
Digital Donation Banks to Help Frontliners and Most Vulnerable Community During Pandemic
t’s important to help others who have been struggling with the fight of Covid-19 in the front line or pay forward to the most vulnerable community. But it’s more important that your kindness is delivered to the right person who needs it the most. Photo by Kat Yukawa on Unsplash/NOW!JAKARTA The Covid-19 crisis is definitely affecting many people’s
Bank Sampah Bersinar: Trash for Gold
It’s not just about educating people to be aware of where their garbage ends; it’s about realising that proper waste management can be a blessing for the community. Photo courtesy of Bank Sampah Bersinar/NOW!JAKARTA There are many waste banks in Indonesia, and these are much needed to overcome national waste issues. In Bandung, for instance,
Polish Business Club: A Rising Business Friendship
The Polish Business Club brings together entrepreneurs, professionals and people with business connections with Poland. Photos courtesy of Polish Business Club/NOWJAKARTA With regular gatherings and substantial support from both governmental and private institutions, the Polish Business Club is a respectable organisation championing business between Poland and Indonesia. The Polish Business Club was founded in August 2011, following
JHL Solitaire Shows Support to Medical Workers Fighting Covid-19 Through “Love Light Heart”
JHL Solitaire Gading Serpong lit up a heart-shaped lighting from the guestroom to show support and solidarity to medical workers working to take care of Covid-19 patients. Photo courtesy of JHL Solitaire Gading Serpong/NOW!JAKARTA After announcing a temporary closure to curb the spread of Covid-19, JHL Solitaire takes a moment to appreciate many medical workers who have
JIS and Artha Graha Peduli Distributed 1,000 Home Sanitation Kits to Surrounding Families
In partnership with Artha Graha Peduli, Jakarta International School donated 1,000 home-care sanitation kits to families living in South Jakarta. Photo courtesy of Jakarta Intercultural School/NOW!JAKARTA Supporting the war against Covid-19, Jakarta Intercultural School (JIS) through its the school wide service arm, JIS Peduli, in collaboration with Artha Graha Peduli (AGP) COVID-19 Response Center provided
The Story of Doctor Debryna Dewi Lumanaw
From Wisma Atlet hospitals, Doctor Debryna Dewi Lumanaw spared her time in the middle of her extraordinary efforts in treating Covid-19 positives to talk to NOW! Jakarta. Personal Files/NOW!JAKARTA It was the sixth day for Doctor Debryna to work at Wisma Atlet, one of the referral hospitals to treat the patients affected by coronavirus. At
